1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1953 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 3,809 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Studebaker Commander (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Studebaker Commander should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 932 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Studebaker Commander (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Studebaker Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1953 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Austin | Studebaker |
| Model | A 40 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3070 mm |
